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This Jamaican Jerk Chicken Pizza is made with tender pieces of marinated chicken thighs, onion, red peppers, pineapple, bacon and the most incredible Jamaican jerk inspired pizza sauce, all on a homemade pizza crust!

The chicken for this Jamaican Jerk Chicken Pizza almost didn't even make it to the pizza. I took one taste and got all googly-eyed. But alas, I was able to use some self control.

This Caribbean jerk pizza is just the best. Juicy, flavorful chicken, sweet red peppers, a spicy, creamy jerk style pizza sauce, bacon (of course) and some pineapple for added sweetness...this is good stuff, guys.

We inhaled the whole thing between the two of us. It was that good. I am loving the sweet, savory, spicy combo of all the flavors.

Plus, it's super easy to make, which is always a plus in my book.

Why This Recipe Works

Using Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast to make homemade pizza dough is incredibly easy - and nothing beats homemade!
Chicken thighs are marinated and grilled to a juicy, flavor packed perfection.
The pizza sauce is made from jerk seasoning and a combo of sweet and savory flavors blended with cream.
The combo of sweet, spicy and savory makes for a perfect pizza!

The Ingredients

Chicken thighs marinated in a jerk style marinade are grilled/broiled and diced. This, paired with sliced red onions, bacon, pineapple, red pepper and cheese is all sprinkled on a homemade pizza dough and baked to a golden brown perfection. The sauce for the pizza is made with a blend of Jamaican jerk seasoning, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, cream and a habanero pepper for a little kick!

What is Jerk Seasoning?

Jerk seasoning is a spice blend that is typically used in Jamaica to dry rub meat. It is made from chilies, thyme, garlic, and allspice, among other seasonings. Learn how to make your own with this Jamaican Jerk Seasoning recipe from Taste and Tell Blog.

Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast

I used Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast to make the pizza dough in this recipe. Homemade is better and made extremely easy and approachable using Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast.

With Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast, you can have a great time mixing, measuring and pouring in the kitchen while baking a quality yeast pizza dough that you can be proud of. Nothing compares to the taste and quality of home baked goods! Fleischmann's® has 150 years of experience, enabling you to easily bake high quality, great tasting products right in your own home. To learn more about Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast, check out their website, Facebook, or Instagram pages.

Step By Step Instructions

Combine all the marinade ingredients and add the chicken. Let it sit in the fridge for at least 6 hours, or overnight.

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Remove from the fridge and grill or broil the chicken for about 4 ½ minutes per side, or until the temperature reads 165 degrees. Let it cool and dice it in ½" chunks.

While the chicken is cooling, combine all the pizza sauce ingredients in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.

Spread the pizza sauce over the dough (see instructions for dough below) and add the mozzarella cheese, chicken, crumbled bacon, pineapple, onion, and red pepper. Sprinkle additional cheese on top if desired.

raw dough with pineapple, chicken, red peppers and onions on top

Place on the bottom rack in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, until crust is golden brown. Drizzle with fresh lime juice, garnish with cilantro, slice and serve.

How to Make Pizza Crust

This pizza crust recipe is taken from Fleischmann's® Bread World. Find the full recipe HERE. Combine 1 cup flour, undissolved yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl.

Add water heated to 120˚F-130˚F and oil. Always use a thermometer to check temperature; mix until well blended, about 1 minute.

Gradually add enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Dough should form a ball and will be slightly sticky.

ball of dough with yeast packets and flour in the background

Knead** on a floured surface, adding additional flour if necessary, until smooth and elastic, about 4 minutes. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.

Roll dough on a floured counter to 12-inch circle.

Place in greased pizza pan or baking sheet. Form a rim by pinching the edge of the dough.

rolled out pizza dough on a baking sheet

Expert Tips

Make sure the yeast is not expired before use - expired yeast will not work properly and your dough will not rise.
When mixing the yeast with water, be sure the water is warm, NOT HOT. Hot water will kill the yeast.
Bake the pizza dough on the bottom rack so the crust fully bakes.
Yogurt can be substituted for cream in the pizza sauce if desired.
Omit the spicy pepper for a mild sauce, or add an additional pepper for a spicier sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this pizza be made in advance? You can make the dough in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Roll it out, top it and bake it according to the recipe instructions.
Can this pizza be frozen? Freeze leftover pizza in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. To reheat it, place it in a 375 degree oven for 10-15 minutes, until it is warmed through.

Jamaican Jerk Chicken Pizza

Why This Recipe Works